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Billy King: Rancho Tranquilico
MoreDanceable original pop-folk with roots-rock and country-swing flavors, along with some tasty covers by an ensemble led by this talented veteran local singer-songwriter and guitarist. BYOB and a chair. No tobacco products or pets. 8 p.m. (doors, 7:30 p.m.), 11300 Island Lake Rd., Dexter. Parking is in neighboring Ruhlig’s Country Market driveway. $25 payable via Venmo: @william-king-673 & PayPal: @[email protected]. Preregistration required; space limited. (734) 223–2321, [email protected].
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Joe Pug & Willie Watson.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborDouble bill of 2 of the top acts in contemporary American roots music. Pug is a highly regarded Chicago-based folk-rock singer-songwriter whose music draws on a variety of influences from John Prine to the late alt-country songwriter Walter Hyatt. Watson is an Americana folk singer best known for singing the tenor lead and playing rhythm guitar with Old Crow Medicine Show. His repertoire ranges from Utah Phillips and Leadbelly tunes to traditional songs collected by the 1930s folk-country crossover pioneer Bascom Lamar Lunsford and Rabbit Brown’s iconic “James Alley Blues.” He made his acting debut in the Coen Brothers’ 2018 Netflix film The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. $35.
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NuAudio.: Mash (Ypsilanti)
MoreMash (Ypsilanti) 400 W. River, YpsilantiToledo classic rock & pop cover trio.
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Medicine Men.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborThis local dance quintet plays classic R&B and Motown. With vocalist Terry Samuels, guitarist Pete Bullard, keyboardist Andy Adamson, bassist Doug Katchorek, and drummer Mike Moneart. They are backed by the Westside Girls, the vocal duo of Cheryl McIntire and Carol Shaw.
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Full Moon Festival: U-M Detroit Observatory
MoreAll invited to this celebration of various East Asian mid-autumn lunar festivals featuring kids activities, musical performances, tours of the observatory, and viewing the moon through the observatory’s telescopes (weather permitting). 8–11 p.m. 1398 E. Ann at Observatory. detroitobservatory.umich.edu.
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“Telescope Observing”: U-M Detroit Observatory
MoreEvery Fri. All invited to drop in to use the observatory’s 1857 Fitz telescope and other modern instruments. Exhibits are also open regardless of viewing conditions. Last visitors admitted 30 minutes prior to closing. 9–11 p.m., 1398 E. Ann at Observatory. Free, no registration required. (734) 763–2230, detroitobservatory.umich.edu.
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Riverside Swings: Riverside Arts Center
MoreEvery Fri. Swing dancing to recorded music. No partner or experience required. Wear comfortable low-grip/tread shoes. Preceded at 7 & 8 p.m. by hour-long lessons. Followed by a “late-night blues-&-fusion” dance. The 1st Friday of each month is free, and the 3rd Friday includes a Charleston lesson. 9–11 p.m., 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. $5 (students, $4). riversidearts.org/riverside-swings.
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Angell Hall Observatory Open House: U-M Student Astronomical Society
MoreSept. 11 & 25. All invited to peer through the observatory and rooftop telescopes (weather permitting) and view planetarium shows. Also, short astronomy presentations by club members. 9–11 p.m., Angell Hall Planetarium, rm. 3118. Free. (734) 764–3440.
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Sacha.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborLocal pop-soul singer-songwriter.
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Jervis Campbell.: Blind Pig
MoreBlind Pig 208 S. First St., Ann ArborAll ages. Popular Nashville-based Christian alt-rock singer-songwriter. Opener: Nathan Colberg, a Virginia indie pop singer-songwriter whose sound has drawn comparisons to Noah Kahan and Jon Bellion. $27.
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“Tree Town Stand-up Showcase”: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
MorePerformances by 6 area stand-up comics TBA. 9:30–10:45 p.m., 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at tinyurl.com/a2treetownstandup & $18 (if available) at the door.
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U-M Football vs. Iowa
MoreSold out. Time TBA, Michigan Stadium. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com/sports/football.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
MoreEvery Thurs., Sat., & Mon. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a 5K mapped route (Thurs. & Mon.) or either a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.). AARC Colonnade (6 p.m. Thurs.), 2621 Plymouth Rd.; AARC Traver Village (7 a.m. Sat.), 901 W. Eisenhower; and Corner Brewery (6 p.m. Mon.), 720 Norris, Ypsi. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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parkrun USA
MoreEvery Sat. All invited to join a timed but noncompetitive 5K run/walk. 8 a.m., Lillie Park South, 4365 Platt. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.us/lillie and arrive at 7:45 a.m. [email protected].
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“Dexter/Chelsea Saturday Morning Breakfast Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Sat. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack something to eat or stop in Dexter or Chelsea for coffee or breakfast. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and snacks. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 8 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird. Free. (734) 649–9762, [email protected].
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“Trash Talk”: Washtenaw Zero Waste Coalition
MoreSept. 26 & 27. Different events showcasing places and people finding ways to reverse our throwaway culture. Today: Tours of Ann Arbor’s recycling facility (tours every 30 minutes 8:30 a.m.–noon) and a thrift field trip (11:30 a.m., meet at U-M Shapiro Library, 919 South University to take provided vans), with a tour of Kiwanis Thrift. 8:30 a.m., various locations. Preregistration required for each separate event at trashtalktour.org. Free; donations appreciated.
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JLC Book Sale
MoreSept. 23–26. Local family-run sale of over 30,000 used books, as well as DVDs, audiobooks, video games, puzzles, and board games. Also, a presale on Sept. 23 from 4–8 p.m. for teachers and homeschool families. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, bldg. A, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. Free admission. jlcbooksale.com.
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Market Performances: Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra
MoreSee 3 Thurs. Today: Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Farmers Market Pavilion, Kerrytown. 10–11:30 a.m.
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Woods & Wildflower Walk: Washtenaw’s Own Wildlands
MoreAll 12 & older invited to this nature walk to learn about local plants and plant communities, led by ecologists Manuel Anderson and Jacqueline Courteau. Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. 10 a.m.–noon, Independence Lake County Park (Beach Center parking lot) 3200 Jennings, Whitmore Lake. Free. Space limited; preregistration requested at tinyurl.com/3b57fa3u. [email protected].
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“15th Anniversary Open House”: Maker Works
MoreTours and live demos throughout the woodshop, metal shop, laser area, textiles studio, jewelry studio, and more. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 3765 Plaza Dr. Free. (734) 222–4911, maker-works.com/openhouse.
